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THE UNIVERSITY OF TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO ALUMNI ASSOCIATION - UTTAA. Program. Welcome & Introductions– Mr. Raul Mohammed Overview - Ms. Cheryl-Ann Jackson Mission of UTTAA Role of UTTAA Aims & Objectives of UTTAA Potential Benefits of UTTAA Present Steering Committee - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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UTTAA October 11th 2008 2
Welcome & Introductions– Mr. Raul Mohammed
Overview - Ms. Cheryl-Ann Jackson Mission of UTTAA Role of UTTAA Aims & Objectives of UTTAA Potential Benefits of UTTAA Present Steering Committee
Establishing an Alumni Association - Prof. Denise Thompson
Membership and RegistrationSteering Committee VolunteersRole of the Steering CommitteeThe Way ForwardWrap-up
UTTAA October 11th 2008 3
“To contribute to the development of UTT and its alumni through improvement and development of programs, provision of financial and material supports and enhancing networking and career development among the alumni.”
Ref: Article 3, UTTAA Constitution
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to raise financial and material resources for efficient and effective teaching and learning as well as the general well being of students and staff at UTT; and
to develop and help maintain active alumni interactions and enhance the image of UTT through self-enrichment, career development and role modeling in the wider society.
Ref: Article 3, UTTAA Constitution
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to enhance and maintain links among members of the alumni and between alumni and UTT
to assist needy University students by contributing to their academic requirements such as book allowances and financial contribution
to provide support to UTT Library by donating and/or assisting the library access documentary resources
to provide incentives such as rewards and prizes to the best student researchers and best alumni models with proven record of significant contribution to society and industry in T&T and beyond
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to support the alumni in developing their respective industrial or entrepreneurial careers through the use of University or other resources (and related functions)
to initiate seminars, lectures, academic and other functions for the benefit of the alumni and UTT
to create and support projects deemed necessary at UTT
to devise ways and means of raising funds for the Association and UTT
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to enhance the image of UTT and promote UTT as a premier local, regional and international institution of excellence in training and research
to develop mentorship programmes and
to engage in social and cultural integration activities with UTT, its affiliates, the local and international community
Ref: Article 3, UTTAA Constitution
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Promote interaction among alumni members, and between alumni and UTTEncourage education, research and commercialization of innovative ideasKeep members informed on the progress of UTTMentor undergraduate/ post-graduate students through co-op training or similar work-related experience Provide professional development training opportunities for its membersRecognize alumni achievement
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Access to UTT facilities – library, recreation, sports, pool, etc.Alumni Career and Business Development Services Professional development training, mentorship programs, internship locally and internationally etc.Discount at UTT Online storeDiscount or specials at various companies/organizations (clothing stores, car rentals, restaurants, etc.)Discounted loans (auto, home)Reduced interest rate on credit cards (UTT branded)Access to UTT health insurance
UTTAA October 11th 2008 10
Prof. Adel Sharaf – Vice Provost
Mr. Stephen Sheppard – Student Affairs
Mr. Philip Robinson – Student Affairs
Mr. Zameer Mohammed – Business Development
Ms. Sheryllan Dwarika – Career Development
Ms. Bernadette Corbin – C-IDEAS
Ms. Azeena Ali – Petroleum
Mr. Troy Wilson – Graduate
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Individual membership – UTT graduates
Family membership - spouses and children of UTT graduates
Corporate membership – UTT Professors and faculty members, technical staff , coordinators of linkages between UTT and other institutions and
Honorary membership - to outstanding people in their respective fields
Ref: Article 7, UTTAA Constitution
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Student Services Online UTTAA Meetings
Request graduate volunteers for Steering Committee
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To establish an Alumni Association for UTT
Recruit graduatesTo establish communication channels between UTT, UTTAA and graduates Develop projects and/or coordinate various activitiesCreate database of graduatesTo secure premises for an Alumni office To acquire staffTo manage a budget approved by the Secretariat To liaise with and be accountable to the UTT appointed SecretariatTo develop record keeping systemsTo submit written progress reports To adhere to the marketing guidelines and branding in accordance with UTT standards
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Drive membership and encourage membership participation
Create linkages between graduates and existing native and expatriate communities associated with UTT
Proposed Activities:-culture nightcultural presentationsladies clubchildren activitiesfood fairsCommunity service - outreach and charity activities, Fund raisers – golf tournaments, wine and cheese, science of jewellery
Promote UTT and UTTAA
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Elect an executive committee
Agree on and acquire approval of the constitution from UTT Board of Directors
Establish communication between members via several activities (e.g. seminars, lectures, academic functions, fund raisers)
Develop a calendar of events
Plan an Annual General Meeting (AGM)
Develop an annual budget
Register UTTAA as a non-profit organization
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Open Floor Discussion
Questions & Answers
Next Meeting:-Saturday, October 25th 2008
Place & time?
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Stephanie Ramhit Marsha MarajTroy WilsonMarlon PartapsinghSunita RoodalRia Radica SeecharanJillian JaikaranAvinash BoodooLeonardo JosephJason Meade
Daniel Leung Nicole Greenidge Darcelle La-CroixDana BaptisteMitchum BaneyAvedesh BalroopRoger RamsamoojRamcharand MaharajDhinelle CedenioShaun Emmanuel
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Blackboard / UTT e-mail address to facilitate virtual communityNext meeting at Pt. Lisas campus at 9:30amCreate Alumni directory of resume and skillsJob Fair – Oct 23rd and 24th Pt. Lisas CampusContinuing education opportunitiesSeminars and workshops – e.g. business etiquetteWeb site presenceInfo – jobs, events, activities, opportunitiesRegular monthly meetings and social activitiesSchedule calendar of events – e.g. golf training